Taster

Nose: That bamboo/hessian alongside wet linen (Mr Darcy emerging from the lake?) then comes exotic fruits,green melon,rhubarb,oils. Supple and long.

Palate: Big and substantial with smoke kicking in around half-way through, then heavy apple juice sweet/sour mix. Chewy and textured.

Finish: Long and elegant.

Comment: Great balance. When Madeira works it really works!

Score: 8.3

Taster

Nose: A dry almost herbal quality. But there is fruit in here too. The smoke has almost gone into hiding.

Palate: Sweet at first then the smoke reveals itself and nails its colours to the mast.\rVery bold and entertaining.

Finish: A decent length with great complexity.

Comment: If only there was some summer left,this would be the perfect afternoon libation.

Score: 8.7